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Top 39 Things To Do in Matamata

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#1Hobbiton Movie Set Tour

Step into the world of Middle-earth, the Shire, and Hobbiton as you head to the movie set where acclaimed director Peter Jackson brought J.R.R. Tolkien's bel...

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#2Full-Day Hobbiton Shire Movie Set Tour from Auckland

A fantastical world of wonder awaits at the filming site of HobbitonTM Shire. Nestled within the verdant farmland south of Auckland, this authentic recreation...

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$197
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Full-Day Hobbiton Shire Movie Set Tour from Auckland

#3Hobbiton Movie Set Tour departing Matamata i-SITE

Step into the world of Middle-earth, the Shire, and Hobbiton as you head to the movie set where acclaimed director Peter Jackson brought J.R.R. Tolkien's bel...

recommend98% of travelers recommend

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$54
per adult
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour departing Matamata i-SITE

#4Hobbiton Movie Set Tour departing Rotorua

Step into the world of Middle-earth, the Shire, and Hobbiton as you head to the movie set where acclaimed director Peter Jackson brought J.R.R. Tolkien's bel...

recommend92% of travelers recommend

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$77
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Hobbiton Movie Set Tour departing Rotorua

#51-Day Hobbiton, Rotorua & Waitomo Caves Tour

GUARANTEED DEPARTURE - WE DO NOT CANCEL FOR LOW NUMBERS We start our day travelling from Auckland to Hobbiton through Waikato, where you will take in the gor...

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$289
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1-Day Hobbiton, Rotorua & Waitomo Caves Tour

#6Ultimate 2 Day: Hobbiton: Waitomo Caves: Mitai Maori Experience: Wai-o-Tapu...

Pickup from your accommodation in Auckland! Being a small group charter tour this makes for a more personal and friendly service allowing for more spontaneou...

$725
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Ultimate 2 Day: Hobbiton: Waitomo Caves: Mitai Maori Experience: Wai-o-Tapu...

#7Private All Inclusive Hobbiton Tour from Auckland

Take an easy ride to the edge of the Shire itself with a return transfer to the charming rural town of Matamata. Famous as the location of the Hobbiton set f...

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Private All Inclusive Hobbiton Tour from Auckland

#8Full-Day Waitomo Caves & Hobbiton Movie Set Tour

Embark on an exciting day trip from Auckland to discover the glowworm caves at Waitomo and the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set. Escape the city and journey s...

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$236
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Full-Day Waitomo Caves & Hobbiton Movie Set Tour

#9Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Auckland

Journey to Middle-earth on this Hobbiton tour from Auckland; stroll through lush farmland with your expert guides to see hobbit-holes, The Shire, Bilbo Baggi...

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$126
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Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Auckland

#10Hobbiton & Glowworm Caves Full-Day Tour

Experience 2 of New Zealand’s most enchanting attractions on 1 easy tour. In just a day, visit the otherworldly glowworm caves of Waitomo, before falling in ...

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Things To Do in Matamata

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Matamata has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Matamata is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Matamata to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Matamata Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Matamata.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Matamata attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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